Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Honea Path Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Honea Path Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 156.1 square miles around Honea Path, SC. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 10.3 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 14.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Honea Path Elementary School's student population of 571 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
571 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Where We Strive to Bee the Best!
School Rankings
Honea Path Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Honea Path Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#353 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
3%
Showing 2010–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Honea Path Elementary School's ranking?
Honea Path Elementary School is ranked #353 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Honea Path Elementary School?
571 students attend Honea Path Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Honea Path Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Honea Path Elementary School?
Honea Path Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Honea Path Elementary School offer ?
Honea Path Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Honea Path Elementary School part of?
Honea Path Elementary School is part of Anderson 02 School District.
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